Citizen volunteers sought for city boards, commissions

Published: Sunday, December 22, 2013 at 4:30 a.m.

Last Modified: Friday, December 20, 2013 at 9:07 p.m.

The city of Hendersonville is seeking citizen volunteers interested in serving on city boards and commissions that often lead to future leadership opportunities. Applications are due by Jan. 6.

Hendersonville City Council believes the community is best served when there is a diverse representation of volunteer citizens on the city's boards and commissions, according to a news release issued Thursday.

The city has several boards and commissions that serve in an advisory position to City Council. These boards present opportunities for citizens to become more involved with issues that affect the community. Members of these boards are appointed by the City Council.

The city is now soliciting applications from citizens who might wish to serve on the following boards:

u Board of Adjustment: An alternate position is open on the Board of Adjustment, which meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. The board is made up of seven city residents (appointed by council) and three members who are residents of the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction (appointed by the Henderson County Board of Commissioners). If you have questions about whether you live in the city or ETJ, call the Planning Department at 697-3088.

The Board of Adjustment provides administrative reviews, considers and grants variances to the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, may grant conditional uses, and may impose minimum standards on certain uses such as animal kennels and bed and breakfasts. All decisions and findings of the Board of Adjustment are final administrative decisions. The Board of Adjustment may also hear appeals from a decision or interpretation of the zoning ordinance made by the zoning administrator.

u Environmental Sustainability Board: One position is open for a city resident on the Environmental Sustainability Board, which meets monthly on the third Thursday at 4 p.m. This board was formed by the city as a result of its commitment to preserving natural resources, reducing energy usage, and ultimately saving money for its taxpayers. The Environmental Sustainability Board advises City Council on policies and practices dealing with the environment and energy conservation and assists with citizen education efforts.

u Historic Preservation Commission: One position is open on the Historic Preservation Commission, which meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. Members of the commission must live or own property within the city limits or its extraterritorial jurisdiction. The historical heritage of the city is a treasured asset enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. The mayor and council recognize the role that historic properties play in that heritage, and believe that the conservation of historic properties stabilizes and increases property values and strengthens the overall economy of the city.

The Hendersonville Historic Preservation Commission is a nine-member appointed board that provides design review for local historic districts and local landmarks and sponsors public education events and tours of historic properties. It also recommends properties and districts for historic designation.

Applications for any of these boards are available on the city's website: www.cityofhendersonville.org or may be requested by calling City Clerk Tammie Drake at 697-3005 or emailing tdrake@cityofhendersonville.org.

<p>The city of Hendersonville is seeking citizen volunteers interested in serving on city boards and commissions that often lead to future leadership opportunities. Applications are due by Jan. 6.</p><p>Hendersonville City Council believes the community is best served when there is a diverse representation of volunteer citizens on the city's boards and commissions, according to a news release issued Thursday.</p><p>The city has several boards and commissions that serve in an advisory position to City Council. These boards present opportunities for citizens to become more involved with issues that affect the community. Members of these boards are appointed by the City Council.</p><p>The city is now soliciting applications from citizens who might wish to serve on the following boards:</p><p>u Board of Adjustment: An alternate position is open on the Board of Adjustment, which meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. The board is made up of seven city residents (appointed by council) and three members who are residents of the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction (appointed by the Henderson County Board of Commissioners). If you have questions about whether you live in the city or ETJ, call the Planning Department at 697-3088.</p><p>The Board of Adjustment provides administrative reviews, considers and grants variances to the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, may grant conditional uses, and may impose minimum standards on certain uses such as animal kennels and bed and breakfasts. All decisions and findings of the Board of Adjustment are final administrative decisions. The Board of Adjustment may also hear appeals from a decision or interpretation of the zoning ordinance made by the zoning administrator.</p><p>u Environmental Sustainability Board: One position is open for a city resident on the Environmental Sustainability Board, which meets monthly on the third Thursday at 4 p.m. This board was formed by the city as a result of its commitment to preserving natural resources, reducing energy usage, and ultimately saving money for its taxpayers. The Environmental Sustainability Board advises City Council on policies and practices dealing with the environment and energy conservation and assists with citizen education efforts.</p><p>u Historic Preservation Commission: One position is open on the Historic Preservation Commission, which meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. Members of the commission must live or own property within the city limits or its extraterritorial jurisdiction. The historical heritage of the city is a treasured asset enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. The mayor and council recognize the role that historic properties play in that heritage, and believe that the conservation of historic properties stabilizes and increases property values and strengthens the overall economy of the city.</p><p>The Hendersonville Historic Preservation Commission is a nine-member appointed board that provides design review for local historic districts and local landmarks and sponsors public education events and tours of historic properties. It also recommends properties and districts for historic designation.</p><p>Applications for any of these boards are available on the city's website: www.cityofhendersonville.org or may be requested by calling City Clerk Tammie Drake at 697-3005 or emailing tdrake@cityofhendersonville.org.</p>